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TV station deputy director jailed 6 months, fined RM20,000 for accepting RM28,000 bribes
The Shah Alam Sessions Court sentenced a local television station's deputy director to six months' jail and a RM20,000 fine after finding her guilty of two counts of accepting RM28,000 in bribes seven years ago. The court allowed a stay of execution pending her appeal to the High Court.
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Aayushi Yeogeswaran sets Malaysia Book of Records for 14-hour reading aloud
Ten-year-old Aayushi Yeogeswaran was recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records for reading aloud for 14 hours non-stop at the Selangor Children's Literature Festival in Shah Alam. She also launched her latest book, The Great Good Wolf, at the same event.
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Janet Lee and Tay Cher Siang to perform jazz concert at Hikayat, Georgetown on Sept 20
Malaysian jazz vocalist Janet Lee and pianist Tay Cher Siang will perform a concert at Hikayat in Georgetown on 20th September. The duo will present an afternoon of jazz standards with a local twist, blending Mandarin pop, American songbook classics and Malayan swing.
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Haze in Shah Alam, Putrajaya and Kota Kinabalu affects residents' health
Air quality in several Malaysian areas has reached unhealthy API readings, causing hazy conditions. Residents in Shah Alam, Putrajaya and Kota Kinabalu report experiencing coughs, sore throats and discomfort due to the haze. A resident in Shah Alam said the API reading in her area had reached 168.
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Awie's cough not fully recovered but determined to rock Stadium Merdeka this Saturday
Despite a lingering cough, Malaysian singer Datuk Awie is preparing to deliver his best performance at his solo concert, Awie Rock King – Last Man Standing 2026, at Stadium Merdeka this Saturday. He mentioned that over 35 songs will be performed and the event has a permit until 1 am. Awie also expressed hope that the haze will not worsen and force a postponement.
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Unhealthy air: Klang Valley students advised to wear face masks
Air quality in the Klang Valley has been reported as unhealthy due to haze, prompting a parent-teacher association to advise students to wear face masks. The API reading in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur was recorded at an unhealthy level, and schools will reduce outdoor activities. Parents are also advised to monitor their children, especially those with health issues like asthma.
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Awie jokes Erra must be part of his life and his concert
Awie has commented on Erra Fazira's participation in his upcoming concert at Stadium Merdeka. He joked that she cannot escape being involved in his life and will perform the song Cinta Makrifat with him.
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High-profile trials and public interest appeals dominate Malaysian courts this week
Malaysian courts this week will handle several high-profile cases, including oral arguments in the case of a student accused of murdering a teenage girl in Petaling Jaya, case management for Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor's corruption case, and the trial of the Pantai Jerejak assemblyman. Two public interest appeals related to the constitutional crisis in Negeri Sembilan will also be heard.
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Sabah leads Para SUKMA 2026 medal table with six golds on day two
Sabah topped the Para SUKMA 2026 medal table on day two in Shah Alam with six gold medals, including five in para athletics and one in para table tennis. The day's events were disrupted by haze, which forced the suspension of several sports after the Air Pollutant Index in Shah Alam and Klang hit 169.
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Bush fire in Taman Eng Ann, Klang extinguished by firefighters
Firefighters extinguished a bush fire in Taman Eng Ann, Klang, on Friday morning. The fire department received a call at 11.05am and the operation was completed by 11.36am. The fire chief also warned that dry weather and strong winds can turn small fires into large ones.
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Prominent Preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim Din Dies at 52
Well-known preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim Din passed away at the age of 52 at Hospital Shah Alam. He was laid to rest at the Bukit Cemerlang Cemetery in Klang. His colleague, Ustaz Jafri Abu Bakar Mahmoodi, remembered him as a cheerful and dedicated figure in spreading Islamic teachings.
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Over 250 join 73km Muhibbah Ride in Sungai Buloh for unity
More than 250 cyclists took part in the 73-kilometre Muhibbah Ride around Paya Jaras and Sungai Buloh, Selangor. Organised by PERJIM, the event aimed to promote racial unity in conjunction with Merdeka and Malaysia Day.
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Haze with API of 169 postpones four Para SUKMA Selangor events
Four Para SUKMA Selangor 2026 events scheduled for today were postponed due to an unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 169 in Shah Alam and Klang. The postponed events include Para Athletics at UiTM Stadium, Para Swimming at the Selangor Aquatic Complex, Para Archery at KOMBES and Lawn Bowls at Bayuemas, Klang.
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Daughter of late 'air balang' vendor in Klang vows to continue his legacy
Siti Nur Aliah, 22, from Pangsapuri Meru Ehsan in Klang is determined to continue the drink-stall business of her late father, Ah Yauddin Ahmad, who passed away on July 18. She plans to reopen his stall at the Taman Datuk Bandar Meru night market in October, while working part-time to support herself and hoping to resume her studies next year.
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Preacher Ustaz Halim Din dies at Shah Alam hospital
Independent preacher Ustaz Abdul Halim bin Din died at Hospital Shah Alam at 11:55 pm last night. The news was shared by Maahad Tahfiz Al Khalidiah (MATAK) on Facebook, which stated the funeral prayer will be held after Zohor at Surau Bukit Kuda, Klang.
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Sarawak's Nursyazwani targets two gold medals at Para SUKMA in Shah Alam
Sarawak's para badminton player Nursyazwani Shahrom is aiming for two gold medals at the 2026 Para SUKMA in Selangor. She will compete in the women's singles and mixed doubles events, which are scheduled from September 6 to 10 at the Shah Alam Youth and Sports Complex.
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11 SMART members depart for Nepal for flood and landslide SAR mission
Eleven members of Malaysia's Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) departed from the TUDM Subang Air Base to Nepal to assist in search and rescue operations following floods and landslides. The 10-day mission, carrying specialized equipment including tunnel rescue gear, aims to help all victims, including 55 Malaysians still unaccounted for.
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NKVE structure collapse prompts safety audit call
A structure collapsed on the NKVE highway near Shah Alam, blocking all northbound lanes and causing traffic jams. Community safety group Ikatan Komuniti Selamat chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye urged for comprehensive and periodic safety audits of all structures along highways.
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Customs seize 722kg of drugs worth RM43 million in four Selangor raids
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) seized over 722 kilograms of drugs worth nearly RM43 million in four separate operations in Selangor. The largest seizure involved 505.6 kilograms of ketamine worth RM25.28 million from a warehouse in Section 27, Shah Alam. The drugs were believed to be imported from Spain and the Netherlands, with Malaysia used as a transit point by the syndicate.
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Eight people, including two brothers, charged with murder in Shah Alam
Eight individuals, including two brothers, were charged in the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court with murdering a 23-year-old man on August 25. The incident occurred on Jalan Mandolin 33/5, Taman Alam Megah, and the court has set October 13 for the post-mortem report.
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Sarawak Para Badminton raises fitness levels
Sarawak Para Badminton head coach Suhaili Laiman is focusing on fitness training with two days left before the competition at the Shah Alam Youth and Sports Complex (KOMBES) from September 6 to 10. The 14-player squad targets at least two gold medals.
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Para SUKMA registration checks go smoothly
Registration verification for the 2026 Para SUKMA went smoothly at Dewan Raja Muda Musa in Selangor, with Sarawak's contingent arriving early. The Games will be held from September 5 to 10 across Petaling Jaya and Klang districts, featuring 369 events in 10 para sports.
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Ex-Tabung Haji COO Hospitalized, Court Proceedings Postponed to Sept 24
Court proceedings against a former Tabung Haji COO were postponed to Sept 24 as he is hospitalized at UM Specialist Centre for a heart condition. He faces three corruption charges under Section 165 of the Penal Code, linked to the RCI report on Tabung Haji.
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Former TH COO Adi Azuan Expected to Be Charged Tomorrow
Former Lembaga Tabung Haji chief operating officer Adi Azuan Abdul Ghani is expected to be charged at the Sessions Court in Shah Alam tomorrow. The charge relates to findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into TH, which included alleged misconduct and abuse of power.